Braväcovo

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Braväcovo (until WWII Bravacovo) is a village and municipality in Brezno District, in the Banská Bystrica Region of central Slovakia.

History

The village arose in the 16th century as a settlement within Beňuš. It was founded by German miners and Polish coalmakers. In 1808 it was mentioned as a shepherds colony in the Horehronie Region.

Genealogical resources

The records for genealogical research are available at the state archive "Statny Archiv in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia"

  • Roman Catholic church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1786-1896 (parish B)

See also

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